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Paris

Paris

Bow / Projectile Precision

Based on one of the world's oldest weapon designs, this Tenno-crafted weapon can be used both in stealth and in open combat. The Paris uses a chargeable magnetic field to launch arrows capable of impaling enemies to walls.

Role
Bow / Projectile Precision
Polarities
NaramonNaramon
Exilus
ExilusMaduraiMadurai
Mastery
0
Disposition
1.4
Introduced
Update 7.0 (2013-03-18)

Stats

Ordnance Telemetry

BowChargeSilentPrimary

Damage

320.0

Crit

30.0%

Crit Mult

2.0x

Status

10.0%

Damage Composition

320.0 total

Impact
16.0
Puncture
48.0
Slash
256.0
Fire Rate
1.0
Magazine
1
Reload
0.65s
Accuracy
16.7
Disposition1.4
NaramonExilus Madurai
  • Multishot1.0
  • Mastery0
  • IntroducedUpdate 7.0 (2013-03-18)
  • Market225 Platinum
  • Build Cost15,000 Credits
  • Build Time12h 0m
  • Rush45 Platinum

Weapon dossier

Verified 2026-07-23

Playstyle

Based on one of the world's oldest weapon designs, this Tenno-crafted weapon can be used both in stealth and in open combat. Built as a bow / projectile precision option for squad clear and mission pressure.

Signature

Paris is not a signature weapon — any frame can use it without a signature passive.

When to Pick

  • You want a Bow that fits a bow / projectile precision play pattern.
  • Your loadout needs what Paris does well — check Mission Usefulness below before investing Forma.
  • You’re ready to Catalyze / Forma it if you plan to main it on Steel Path.

Attack Modes

  • Uncharged Shot

    Impact 8 · Slash 32 · Puncture 120

    Projectile · Crit 30% / 2× · Status 10% · Fire Rate 1 · Projectile 70

  • Charged Shot

    Impact 16 · Slash 48 · Puncture 256

    Projectile · Crit 30% / 2× · Status 10% · Fire Rate 1 · Projectile 85

  • Incarnon Form Charged Shot

    Impact 95 · Heat 365

    Projectile · Crit 40% / 3× · Status 20% · Fire Rate 1 · Projectile 85

Attack Notes

  • Uncharged Shot (Projectile): Impact 8.0, Slash 32.0, Puncture 120.0.
  • Charged Shot (Projectile): Impact 16.0, Slash 48.0, Puncture 256.0.
  • Incarnon Form Charged Shot (Projectile): Impact 95.0, Heat 365.0.

Upgrades

Permanent investments on this weapon copy — separate from the Prime variant.

  • Orokin CatalystCapacity

    Doubles mod capacity so endgame builds fit.

    Usually the first permanent upgrade on a weapon you plan to main.

  • FormaPolarity

    Adds or changes polarities so matching mods cost half capacity.

    expect multiple Forma for a hungry config.

  • Exilus Weapon AdapterSlot

    Unlocks utility options (Exilus on guns; melee focuses on stance polarity + utility mods).

    Install when you need ammo, handling, or QoL without sacrificing damage slots.

  • Primary Arcane AdapterArcane

    Lets you install a weapon arcane for a strong passive bonus.

    Worth it once the base mod config is already solid.

  • Riven ModRiven

    Unique rolled mod. Disposition 1.4.

    Chase clean desirable stats; skip awkward negatives on low-disposition weapons.

  • Paris PrimeVariant

    The primed version — stronger stats and usually better polarities.

    Upgrade path when relics/parts are available.

Mod Scaling

Multishot

Usually the highest value damage slot — more projectiles, more procs, more clear.

Critical

Stack crit chance/damage when the weapon’s crit stats justify a crit suite.

Elemental

Faction/elemental lines for Steel Path; Viral+Heat is a safe default on many guns.

Fire Rate

Fire rate raises DPS but burns ammo — pair with reload/ammo economy when needed.

Priority

Multishot → Crit (if crit-viable) → Elemental → QoL ammo/reload.

Mission Usefulness

Mission / ContextRatingWhy
Steel Path Survival / Defense / DisruptionStrongTest whether Paris still clears or enables clear when enemies are dense and overlevelled.
Exterminate / Capture Speed RunsStrongUse Paris when its fire pattern matches fast tile clears — skip if it feels awkward on empty lanes.
Mobile Defense / ExcavationStrongHold objectives by deleting approach packs with Paris, then reposition.
Open World / Long SightlinesExcellentLong sightlines favor hitscan/sniper/bow patterns over short falloff or melee.
Solo Boss / Single-TargetSituationalFine if Paris has strong single-target multipliers; otherwise bring a dedicated boss weapon.

Acquisition

Check the How to Get table for blueprint / part drop sources.

Crafting

Build
Credits
15,000
Time
12h 0m
Rush
45 Plat
Total resources
Credits
15,000
Time
12h
Rush
45 Plat

Alternatives

Other options if Paris isn’t the right fit.

  • Mk1-Paris

    Related variant in the same weapon line as Paris — Mk1-Paris has lower damage (28%) and higher status (50%). Compare polarities before Forma.

  • Paris Prime

    Prime upgrade in the same line as Paris — Paris Prime has higher damage (12%) and higher crit (50%). Compare polarities before Forma.

  • Cernos

    Another Bow option if Paris’s handling or acquisition doesn’t fit your farm.